2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 316 would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 257 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Lumina | 316 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
